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Illustrative Math-Media4Math Alignment

 

 

Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 9

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Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.

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Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the area of a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units, with a height of 3 units from the base of 7. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * 7 * 3 = 10.5 square units.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 1

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates how to calculate the area of a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units, with a height of 3 units from the base of 7. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * 7 * 3 = 10.5 square units.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example explores the area calculation of an equilateral triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has all sides labeled as x, with the height expressed as (√3/2) * x. Students are guided through the process of deriving and applying the area formula for this general case of an equilateral triangle.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example explores the area calculation of an equilateral triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has all sides labeled as x, with the height expressed as (√3/2) * x. Students are guided through the process of deriving and applying the area formula for this general case of an equilateral triangle.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 10

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example explores the area calculation of an equilateral triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has all sides labeled as x, with the height expressed as (√3/2) * x. Students are guided through the process of deriving and applying the area formula for this general case of an equilateral triangle.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of area for a right triangle with specific dimensions. The triangle has legs measuring 8 and 15 units. Students are guided through the process of applying the area formula to this straightforward case.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of area for a right triangle with specific dimensions. The triangle has legs measuring 8 and 15 units. Students are guided through the process of applying the area formula to this straightforward case.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 11

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example demonstrates the calculation of area for a right triangle with specific dimensions. The triangle has legs measuring 8 and 15 units. Students are guided through the process of applying the area formula to this straightforward case.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces algebraic expressions in the context of right triangle area calculations. The triangle's legs are labeled x and y, challenging students to express the area formula using these variables.

Integrating algebra into geometric problems is a key skill in advanced mathematics. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by demonstrating how algebraic expressions can represent right triangle dimensions. Students learn to manipulate these expressions within the area formula, deepening their understanding of both algebra and geometry.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces algebraic expressions in the context of right triangle area calculations. The triangle's legs are labeled x and y, challenging students to express the area formula using these variables.

Integrating algebra into geometric problems is a key skill in advanced mathematics. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by demonstrating how algebraic expressions can represent right triangle dimensions. Students learn to manipulate these expressions within the area formula, deepening their understanding of both algebra and geometry.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 12

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces algebraic expressions in the context of right triangle area calculations. The triangle's legs are labeled x and y, challenging students to express the area formula using these variables.

Integrating algebra into geometric problems is a key skill in advanced mathematics. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by demonstrating how algebraic expressions can represent right triangle dimensions. Students learn to manipulate these expressions within the area formula, deepening their understanding of both algebra and geometry.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of an isosceles right triangle. The triangle has two equal legs measuring 13 units each, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which combines properties of both isosceles and right triangles.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of an isosceles right triangle. The triangle has two equal legs measuring 13 units each, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which combines properties of both isosceles and right triangles.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 13

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of an isosceles right triangle. The triangle has two equal legs measuring 13 units each, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which combines properties of both isosceles and right triangles.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concepts of isosceles right triangles and algebraic expressions. The triangle has two equal legs labeled as x, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are challenged to express the area formula using this variable, applying their knowledge of both triangle properties and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concepts of isosceles right triangles and algebraic expressions. The triangle has two equal legs labeled as x, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are challenged to express the area formula using this variable, applying their knowledge of both triangle properties and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 14

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concepts of isosceles right triangles and algebraic expressions. The triangle has two equal legs labeled as x, with angles of 45 degrees. Students are challenged to express the area formula using this variable, applying their knowledge of both triangle properties and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 30-60-90 right triangle. The triangle has a base of 16 units and a height of 8√3 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves working with irrational numbers.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 30-60-90 right triangle. The triangle has a base of 16 units and a height of 8√3 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves working with irrational numbers.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 15

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 30-60-90 right triangle. The triangle has a base of 16 units and a height of 8√3 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves working with irrational numbers.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the properties of 30-60-90 right triangles with algebraic expressions. The triangle has a base of x + 5 and a height of (x + 5)/2 * √3. Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the properties of 30-60-90 right triangles with algebraic expressions. The triangle has a base of x + 5 and a height of (x + 5)/2 * √3. Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 16

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the properties of 30-60-90 right triangles with algebraic expressions. The triangle has a base of x + 5 and a height of (x + 5)/2 * √3. Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 3-4-5 right triangle. This triangle is a special case of right triangles with integer side lengths. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which is straightforward due to its simple dimensions.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 3-4-5 right triangle. This triangle is a special case of right triangles with integer side lengths. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which is straightforward due to its simple dimensions.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 17

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a 3-4-5 right triangle. This triangle is a special case of right triangles with integer side lengths. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which is straightforward due to its simple dimensions.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 3-4-5 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 3(x + 4), 4(x + 4), and 5(x + 4). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 3-4-5 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 3(x + 4), 4(x + 4), and 5(x + 4). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 18

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 3-4-5 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 3(x + 4), 4(x + 4), and 5(x + 4). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a right triangle with sides 5, 12, and 13 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves a right triangle with integer side lengths that satisfy the Pythagorean theorem.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a right triangle with sides 5, 12, and 13 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves a right triangle with integer side lengths that satisfy the Pythagorean theorem.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 19

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the area of a right triangle with sides 5, 12, and 13 units. Students are guided through applying the area formula to this specific case, which involves a right triangle with integer side lengths that satisfy the Pythagorean theorem.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a scalene triangle's area using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, z, with a height labeled w from the base x. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * x * w = xw / 2.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a scalene triangle's area using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, z, with a height labeled w from the base x. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * x * w = xw / 2.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 2

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example illustrates the calculation of a scalene triangle's area using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, z, with a height labeled w from the base x. To find the area, we use the formula A = 1/2 * b * h. In this case, A = 1/2 * x * w = xw / 2.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 5-12-13 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 5(x - 7), 12(x - 7), and 13(x - 7). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 5-12-13 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 5(x - 7), 12(x - 7), and 13(x - 7). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 20

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of a 5-12-13 right triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle's sides are labeled as 5(x - 7), 12(x - 7), and 13(x - 7). Students are challenged to express the area formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both special right triangles and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units. Students are guided through the process of calculating the perimeter by simply adding the lengths of all sides.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units. Students are guided through the process of calculating the perimeter by simply adding the lengths of all sides.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 21

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle. The triangle has sides measuring 5, 7, and 9 units. Students are guided through the process of calculating the perimeter by simply adding the lengths of all sides.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, and z. Students are guided through the process of expressing the perimeter using these variables.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, and z. Students are guided through the process of expressing the perimeter using these variables.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 22

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example introduces the concept of perimeter calculation for a scalene triangle using algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled x, y, and z. Students are guided through the process of expressing the perimeter using these variables.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the perimeter of an acute triangle with specific side lengths. The triangle has sides measuring 10, 11, and 12 units, with angles of 50 and 60 degrees. Students are guided through the process of adding these side lengths to find the perimeter.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the perimeter of an acute triangle with specific side lengths. The triangle has sides measuring 10, 11, and 12 units, with angles of 50 and 60 degrees. Students are guided through the process of adding these side lengths to find the perimeter.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 23

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example focuses on calculating the perimeter of an acute triangle with specific side lengths. The triangle has sides measuring 10, 11, and 12 units, with angles of 50 and 60 degrees. Students are guided through the process of adding these side lengths to find the perimeter.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of perimeter calculation for an acute triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled as x - 3, x - 4, and x. Students are challenged to express the perimeter formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both geometry and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of perimeter calculation for an acute triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled as x - 3, x - 4, and x. Students are challenged to express the perimeter formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both geometry and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles
Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24 Math Example--Area and Perimeter--Triangles: Example 24

Topic

Geometry

Description

This example combines the concept of perimeter calculation for an acute triangle with algebraic expressions. The triangle has sides labeled as x - 3, x - 4, and x. Students are challenged to express the perimeter formula using these algebraic terms, applying their knowledge of both geometry and algebraic manipulation.

Area and Perimeter of Triangles